Vitamin D-3 2000 IU by Now Foods – Bone Support Vitamin D3 Softgels
Vitamin D-3 2000 IU softgels by Now Foods supply vitamin D3 from lanolin in an olive-oil softgel, with 50 mcg (2,000 IU) per serving. This single-vitamin formula provides a focused option for adults who need vitamin D without adding a multivitamin or a calcium-containing combination.
Available in 120-softgel and 240-softgel bottles, both sizes provide the same vitamin D amount in one softgel. The formula supports everyday bone health through vitamin D's role in handling dietary minerals. It contains bovine gelatin and lanolin-derived vitamin D3, so it is not a vegan supplement.
Key Vitamin D-3 2000 IU Benefits
- Supports calcium absorption from food, helping the body obtain this essential mineral for normal bone maintenance.
- Helps maintain normal bone mineralization by supporting the availability of calcium and phosphorus for the skeleton.
- Supports muscle function, which depends in part on appropriate vitamin D nutrition and calcium balance.
- Contributes to normal immune function through vitamin D's role in immune-cell signaling.
How Vitamin D-3 2000 IU Works
Cholecalciferol is the D3 form of vitamin D. After absorption, the liver and kidneys convert it into forms the body can use. The active form helps intestinal cells absorb calcium and contributes to the regulation of calcium and phosphorus. This connects vitamin D intake with the minerals needed to maintain bones; the softgel itself does not supply calcium.
Vitamin D is a fat-soluble vitamin. Taking this product with a meal follows the label directions, and dietary fat helps vitamin D absorption. Food choices, existing supplements, and individual vitamin D needs all matter when deciding whether this 2,000 IU strength fits your routine.
Key Functional Ingredients Include:
- Vitamin D3 (as Cholecalciferol): Helps the intestine move calcium from food into the body. Its active form signals intestinal cells to make proteins involved in calcium transport. This supports the mineral supply needed for normal bone maintenance, alongside adequate dietary calcium; vitamin D does not replace calcium intake.
Vitamin D-3 2000 IU Is Formulated For
- Adults seeking a single-ingredient vitamin D supplement rather than a broader mineral blend.
- Adults whose dietary intake and existing supplements have been reviewed to determine an appropriate vitamin D strength.
- People comfortable with an olive-oil softgel containing animal-derived gelatin and lanolin, rather than a plant-based capsule or liquid drop.
Supplements support your health but do not replace a balanced diet. Always check with your healthcare practitioner if you have doubts about a new supplement. Or you may book a FREE product consultation with Holistic Health Partners, led by Carolyn Mulally BS, RN, HN-BC. You may also wish to explore our other Vitamin D Supplements, Vitamin D Soft-Gels, and Now Foods Supplements and Vitamins collections.
Recommendation: Take 1 softgel daily with a meal.
Serving Size: 1 Softgel
Servings Per Container: 120-softgel bottle: 120; 240-softgel bottle: 240
Vitamin D3 (as Cholecalciferol) (from Lanolin) ... 50 mcg (2,000 IU)
Other Ingredients: Extra Virgin Olive Oil and Softgel Capsule (bovine gelatin, water, glycerin).
Contains: Contains Gelatin
Does Not Contain: Not manufactured with yeast, wheat, gluten, soy, corn, milk, egg, fish or shellfish ingredients. Produced in a GMP facility that processes other ingredients containing these allergens.
Storage: Store in a cool, dry place after opening.
Frequently Asked Questions About Vitamin D-3 2000 IU
What are the benefits of Vitamin D-3 2000 IU?
Vitamin D-3 2000 IU supports calcium absorption and normal bone mineralization, with additional roles in normal muscle and immune function. Each softgel provides 50 mcg (2,000 IU) of vitamin D3 from lanolin. It is a vitamin D supplement, not a calcium supplement: you still need adequate calcium from food or an individually appropriate supplement. The 120-softgel and 240-softgel sizes provide the same amount per softgel, so bottle size does not change the formula's strength.
Who should take Vitamin D-3 2000 IU?
This Now Foods formula is intended for adults whose vitamin D needs fit a 2,000 IU serving. It is useful to review fortified foods, multivitamins, and other vitamin D supplements before adding it, because their amounts contribute to your total intake. The softgel contains bovine gelatin, and its vitamin D3 comes from lanolin, making it unsuitable for a vegan routine. Anyone pregnant or nursing, taking medication, or living with a medical condition should consult a physician as directed on the label.
Are there any side effects of taking Vitamin D-3 2000 IU?
Excess vitamin D can raise blood calcium, causing nausea, weakness, or excessive thirst. Caution: For adults only. Consult physician if pregnant/nursing, taking medication, or have a medical condition. Keep out of reach of children. Not manufactured with yeast, wheat, gluten, soy, corn, milk, egg, fish or shellfish ingredients. Produced in a GMP facility that processes other ingredients containing these allergens. Natural color variation may occur in this product. Review thiazide diuretics, orlistat, corticosteroids, statins, and additional calcium or vitamin D with your clinician; these can affect vitamin D handling or calcium balance.
How does Vitamin D-3 2000 IU support overall health?
Vitamin D3 connects nutrient intake with the body's use of calcium and phosphorus. After the body activates it, vitamin D helps regulate intestinal calcium absorption and supports the mineral balance needed for bones. It also participates in normal immune-cell communication and muscle function. This olive-oil softgel supplies vitamin D without adding calcium, so a balanced eating pattern remains important. Follow the label's instruction to take one softgel daily with a meal rather than increasing the amount to chase broader health benefits.
These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
